Purpose
The Department adopted standards effective October 2017 in an effort to move toward compliance with federal expectations for child care settings. After adoption of the rule changes, it was determined areas within Chapter 65C-22, Florida Administrative Code needed further clarification regarding the Department’s intent of certain standards. The current proposed rule development is intended to clarify the Department’s intent for certain standards, update materials incorporated by reference; and require licensed child care facilities located on military installations that seek a Gold Seal Quality Designation, pursuant to s. 402.81, F.S. submit to the Department copies of inspection reports conducted by the Department of Defense for review and a determination of eligibility.